Did you discover a strange spot on your child’s ear? See what it could be and how to relieve the symptoms at home.
Waking up and noticing a different spot on your child’s skin, especially on the ear, can put any parent on alert.
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And when the doctor can only see them in a week, the worry only increases. After all, nobody wants to wait watching their child’s skin get worse day after day.
This type of situation, however stressful it may seem, is more common than you might imagine. In many cases, what seems like a serious problem may actually be childhood eczema, a form of inflammation that greatly affects the skin of young children.
One of the most common causes of these lesions is atopic dermatitis, which usually appears in the most sensitive areas, such as behind the ears, in the folds of the arms and knees. When it appears, the skin can become red, rough, very itchy, and even peel off small scabs.
The good news is that, even without an immediate diagnosis, it’s possible to take some simple measures at home to relieve discomfort and protect the skin until the appointment.
Why is the ear one of the targets of childhood eczema?
It’s not uncommon for childhood eczema to manifest in the ear area. This happens because the skin there is very thin and is exposed to various irritants on a daily basis: tight hats, headphones, shampoo that runs, or even synthetic fabrics in constant contact.
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Children with a family history of allergies, rhinitis, or asthma, for example, tend to be more predisposed to developing the problem.Continue reading…
